Easy Lemon Crumb Bars

4.50 from 4 votes

With an oatmeal shortbread crust, a creamy lemon filling, and a crumb topping, these sweet and tart lemon bars are the perfect easy dessert for any occasion.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 240kcal

Author: Danelle

Ingredients

For the filling

2 14 oz. cans sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt

For the crust and topping

2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups rolled oats not quick oats
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter room temperature

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and line with parchment paper
In a large bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the filling until smooth. Set aside.
With an electric mixer or stand mixer, combine the flour, oats, sugars, baking soda and salt until just combined.
Cut the butter into 1-inch pieces and mix in on medium speed until crumbly.
Press half of the crust mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes.
Remove the pan from the oven and pour the filling mixture over the warm crust in an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining crust mixture evenly over the filling.
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the topping is light golden brown.
Cool lemon bars on a wire rack, then transfer to the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to cool and set completely before cutting and serving. Store uneaten bars in the refrigerator.

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